A small passerine bird native to Australia, known for its agile aerial behavior and widespread distribution across diverse habitats.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Occurs in open landscapes, coastal areas, farmlands, urban environments, and semi-arid regions throughout Australia and nearby islands
Ecological Role
Critical insectivore that controls insect populations, aids in pest management, and serves as an indicator species for ecosystem health
Morphology
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SKIN COAT
Metallic blue-black upperparts, rusty-red forehead and throat, white underparts with smooth, sleek plumage
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LIMBS WINGS
Long, pointed wings enabling exceptional aerial maneuverability, deeply forked tail for precise flight control
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HEAD SENSORY
Small, triangular head with large eyes, keen visual acuity for aerial hunting, short broad beak adapted for catching flying insects
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BODY STRUCTURE
Streamlined body with total length of approximately 0.14 m, weight around 0.017 kg, wingspan near 0.32 m
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: https://www.jjharrison.com.au/)
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Related Species in Hirundinidae
